Western Australia
Field days commenced at Dowerin in September 1965; they claim to be the longest established field days in Western Australia. They are now known as the Dowerin GWN Machinery Field Days, naming rights having been granted to regional television broadcaster Golden West Network (GWN) since 1992. The Dowerin Field Days are traditionally held during the last week of August each year over a three day period, attracting over 45,000 people, with over 600 exhibitors.Since 2008 the Dowerin Field Days has reverted back to the original 2 days.
The Margaret River Wine Industry Field Day (now known as the Landmark Wine Industry Field Day) was first held in 1997 with 80 exhibitors, showcasing the latest viticultural and oenological technology. Since this time it has changed to a biennial event and grown to over 200 exhibitors. It is held over two days in May each year at Cowaramup.
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